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Elmer

David McKee, through Elmer, subtly indicates that it's okay to be different and Elmer books have been described as'a tonic to read' Child Education and 'a treat not to be missed.' WHS Showcase.

Elmer the patchwork elephant has been a nursery favourite since the first book was published in 1989.Now a modern classic, Elmer is known to millions. 

He's a cheeky character with many friends - his cousin Wilbur who loves playing practical jokes,his grandpa Eldo and most recently, Rose, a blushing pink elephant.

Elmer's adventures are available in printed formats as well as on a variety of digital platforms such as Magic Town, the Apple iBookstore and Signed Stories (audio-visual for the deaf) but also as OceanHouse Media Apps (see downloads below).

Click here to go to the Elmer Shop.

Books

Here is a list of books in the "Elmer" series.

  • Elmer's Colours

    The latest adventures of the highly successful ELMER, patchwork elephant, in a set of four attractive board books for very young children.

  • Elmer's Weather

    The latest adventures of the highly successful ELMER character in a set of four attractive board books for very young children

  • Elmer's Friends

    The latest adventure of the highly successful ELMER, patchwork elephant, in a set of four attractive board books for very young children.

  • Elmer's Day

    Vivid exciting colours and charming rhyming stories are the hallmark of this attractive series for four Elmer board books, featuring the popular patchwork elephant, well known and much loved through three previous successful picture books.

  • The Elmer Pop-Up Book

    One of the most detailed and outstanding pop-up books to be created in Britain.

  • Look! There's Elmer: Hole in the Page Book

  • Elmer

    The very first book about Elmer the patchwork elephant.

  • Elmer's New Friend

    Young Elmer fans will love this innovative new board book, complete with a foil mirror at the end that introduces Elmer and all his old friends to a new one - YOU!

  • Elmer and Friends Sticker Storybook

    A wonderful sticker book to celebrate all the many colours of Elmer, the patchwork elephant and his animal friends.

  • Elmer and Friends First Colouring Activity Book

    A lively and fun activity book to celebrate all the many colours of Elmer, the patchwork elephant and his animal friends.

  • Elmer's Opposites

    This sturdy, shaped boardbook is perfect for helping small children get to grips with opposites. It's colourful, fun and full of Elmer's friends!

  • Elmer's First Counting Book

    This sturdy, shaped board book is an ideal first counting book - perfect for small hands!

  • Elmer and the Rainbow

    A classic Elmer story about sharing and giving, now available as a large format paperback.

  • Elmer

    The very first book about Elmer the patchwork elephant, now available from Andersen Press as a paperback and CD edition.

  • Elmer

    The very first book about Elmer the patchwork elephant, now available for the first time in large format paperback.

  • Elmer and Rose

    Elmer celebrates the uniqueness of each individual when he meets a new girl elephant - who happens to be pink!

  • Elmer and the Lost Teddy

    Children will love this story about their favourite patchwork elephant and his search for Baby Elephant's lost teddy bear.

  • Elmer Again

    New large format paperback reissue of this classic Elmer story!

  • Elmer and Aunt Zelda

    A warm and funny Elmer adventure extolling the virtues of cross-generational relationships.

  • Elmer and the Big Bird

    First paperback edition of this popular Elmer story, which deals with bullying in a way small children will understand.

  • Elmer and the Wind

    Andersen paperback edition of this bestselling Elmer story, published in Elmer's 20th anniversary year.

  • Elmer and the Lost Teddy

    Book and CD edition of this popular story about everyone's favourite patchwork elephant and his search for Baby Elephant's lost teddy bear.

  • Elmer in the Snow

    Elmer's bright patchwork colours contrast with the snowy backdrop to this delightful picture book adventure.

  • Elmer and the Stranger

    Elmer, everyone's favourite patchwork elephant, is about to discover a strange new friend!

  • Elmer on Stilts

    Elmer has another of his very good ideas in this book and CD edition of the popular Elmer story.

  • Elmer on Stilts

    Elmer has another of his very good ideas in this new, large format edition of the popular Elmer story.

  • Elmer and Grandpa Eldo

    'Elmer's visit to his grandfather and their active reminiscences touchingly explore both memory and the importance of family relationships.' - Financial Times

  • Elmer and Butterfly

    One good turn deserves another in this vibrant Elmer story about teamwork and friendship!

  • Elmer and Wilbur

    New large format paperback edition of this hilarious Elmer story!

  • Elmer and the Hippos

    Another vibrant Elmer story about putting prejudices aside and working in unison.

  • Elmer and Wilbur

    New large format paperback and CD edition of this hilarious Elmer story!

  • Elmer's Special Day

    A celebration of inclusion, this stunningly colourful Elmer story is the best yet.

  • Elmer and Papa Red

    It's the season for giving in this brand new Elmer Christmas story in which everyone gets a seasonal treat!

  • Elmer, Rose and Super El

    Super El saves the day in the vibrant new Elmer story!

  • Elmer and Super El

    Elmer meets a superhero in this exotic new addition to the Elmer series!

  • Elmer and the Rainbow Board Book

    Board book edition of this classic Elmer story about sharing and giving.

  • Elmer, Rose and Super El

    Super El saves the day in this vibrant Elmer story - a perfect gift for all small children, who love playing superheroes!

  • Elmer and the Whales

    Elmer and Wilbur visit the sea in this stunning new Elmer adventure!

Downloads

Here are some downloads for Elmer.